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Old Mar 10, 2018 | 09:27 AM
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I really like the Seibon RF-STYLE carbon fiber rear diffuser but i read a lot issue with fitment for the 2014-2016 model. Anyone can let me know if this issue is resolved by Seibon and how bad is the fitment issue? Thanks.
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Old Mar 10, 2018 | 09:34 AM
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The only issues I had with installing mine were the bottom tabs don't line up with the factory spots so I just zip tied them in place there not necessary to the function or security of the diffuser

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The only issues I had with installing mine were the bottom tabs don't line up with the factory spots so I just zip tied them in place there not necessary to the function or security of the diffuser

My shop told me they are direct bolt on to the rear bumper? I thought you actually have to remove the bumper?
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Old Mar 10, 2018 | 09:56 AM
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I just pulled the bumper off and the old diffuser and then this one bolts right in
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Old Mar 10, 2018 | 10:04 AM
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Originally Posted by Tim151
I just pulled the bumper off and the old diffuser and then this one bolts right in
Thanks man...i will pull the trigger then since it doesn't seem a lot of issue with the fitment. Hopefully my shop resolve the hold not lining up issue. I really don't like any other dual diffuser so no alternative for me haha
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Shouldn't be any install issues that I know of.

We have one diffuser in stock if you're interested in that.

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Old Mar 10, 2018 | 07:51 PM
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Originally Posted by Meraki Autoworks
Shouldn't be any install issues that I know of.

We have one diffuser in stock if you're interested in that.

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Thanks Josh. The issue with me is the cost of shipping to Toronto. It's too crazy for me with the import taxes and shipping cost. I just picked up locally and had a very decent price including install. I would have definitely pick up a lot of things from you if i was located in the US.
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The right top corner had a small gap but nothing noticeable, still a great looking spoiler and the carbon fiber quality is top notch.
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Originally Posted by minhael
Thanks Josh. The issue with me is the cost of shipping to Toronto. It's too crazy for me with the import taxes and shipping cost. I just picked up locally and had a very decent price including install. I would have definitely pick up a lot of things from you if i was located in the US.
I bought the expensive one 700$ CAD, don't line up correctly, Bought Ok one for 400$ CAD still line up incorrectly, Tried the 200$ one, same spot that has the Gap, 700$ the carbon , 400$ the plastic returned them both and got the Mat Black Fiber for 200$ including tax everything, put it on it looks more aggressive than Carbon Fiber, i don't think carbon fiber will survive Toronto Winter.

Took off the Bumber and OEM Diff. one and snap that aftermarket in but custom hole you're willing to make lol , NO damn thing from those Aftermarket guys FITs perfect like OEM, they lies. The only 100% perfect fitment is the STILLEN one but its ADD-ON , you don't have to take off the OEM Diff, but 3M on top.

These Diffs are from China , i think they are same guys used same engineer drawings, how the heck did 3 different brands has the same Gap lol

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Old Mar 11, 2018 | 08:03 PM
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Originally Posted by Solara350
I bought the expensive one 700$ CAD, don't line up correctly, Bought Ok one for 400$ CAD still line up incorrectly, Tried the 200$ one, same spot that has the Gap, 700$ the carbon , 400$ the plastic returned them both and got the Mat Black Fiber for 200$ including tax everything, put it on it looks more aggressive than Carbon Fiber, i don't think carbon fiber will survive Toronto Winter.

Took off the Bumber and OEM Diff. one and snap that aftermarket in but custom hole you're willing to make lol , NO damn thing from those Aftermarket guys FITs perfect like OEM, they lies. The only 100% perfect fitment is the STILLEN one but its ADD-ON , you don't have to take off the OEM Diff, but 3M on top.

These Diffs are from China , i think they are same guys used same engineer drawings, how the heck did 3 different brands has the same Gap lol
I agree the best fitment is probably Stillen. I was going to get Stillen before but it's just too plain for my liking lol. Well, my diffuser will come next week and i will get it install. Will let the shop deal with the headache. They better come out with the magical trick to make it fit lol.
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Old Mar 11, 2018 | 08:27 PM
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Originally Posted by Solara350
I bought the expensive one 700$ CAD, don't line up correctly, Bought Ok one for 400$ CAD still line up incorrectly, Tried the 200$ one, same spot that has the Gap, 700$ the carbon , 400$ the plastic returned them both and got the Mat Black Fiber for 200$ including tax everything, put it on it looks more aggressive than Carbon Fiber, i don't think carbon fiber will survive Toronto Winter.

Took off the Bumber and OEM Diff. one and snap that aftermarket in but custom hole you're willing to make lol , NO damn thing from those Aftermarket guys FITs perfect like OEM, they lies. The only 100% perfect fitment is the STILLEN one but its ADD-ON , you don't have to take off the OEM Diff, but 3M on top.

These Diffs are from China , i think they are same guys used same engineer drawings, how the heck did 3 different brands has the same Gap lol

Or could just go OEM TRD like me...

Debating if I should sell it.
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Originally Posted by rL-gT
Or could just go OEM TRD like me...

Debating if I should sell it.
Ya forgot about TRD , Toyota Racing Development ya TRD fits like OEM, but i don't like the design for IS , the Diff looks like new Honda Civic, they used to have the best design like TRD Toyota Solara i still have now, TRD Lip kits for Solara change the appearance completely, TRD Supercharge TRD Strut bar rear swaybar TRD Lowering spring with Bilstein Shocks, Cluster Shift **** short Shift and TRD Rims i keep This TRD Solara for memories, i think ill boost it up to at least 300hp+ but gotta settle in my new Condo 1st.

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Old Mar 12, 2018 | 07:46 PM
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Originally Posted by minhael
I agree the best fitment is probably Stillen. I was going to get Stillen before but it's just too plain for my liking lol. Well, my diffuser will come next week and i will get it install. Will let the shop deal with the headache. They better come out with the magical trick to make it fit lol.
You can't tell if you're 2 meters away lol , unless you put your eyes 1 feet close to see the gap hahaha, as shown on that pic with Carbon above, STillen got good fitment but design not cool enough for Lexus IS aggressive Sexy *** all my friend says my Diff is ugly though well as long as i like it !
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Old Mar 12, 2018 | 09:52 PM
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Originally Posted by Solara350
You can't tell if you're 2 meters away lol , unless you put your eyes 1 feet close to see the gap hahaha, as shown on that pic with Carbon above, STillen got good fitment but design not cool enough for Lexus IS aggressive Sexy *** all my friend says my Diff is ugly though well as long as i like it !

I can't wait tell Paul setup the soon to be meet up. It will be great to meet you guys in person lol
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Old Mar 14, 2018 | 08:04 PM
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Originally Posted by minhael
I can't wait tell Paul setup the soon to be meet up. It will be great to meet you guys in person lol
Yep we'll throw jokes around all day lol i missed my old friend with girl and **** joke haahahha damn i missed the olden days !
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